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The Origin of Species

By Charles Darwin
Series: Collins Classics
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The Origin of Species by Charles Darwin is a seminal work in which Darwin outlines his theory of evolution by natural selection. It explores the diversity of life on Earth and explains how species adapt over time through variations that enhance survival and reproduction. This foundational text in the category of Science & Nature marks a critical turning point in understanding biological evolution.
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The Origin of Species

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The Origin of Species is still considered one of the most important and groundbreaking works of science ever written. Darwin’s eminently readable exploration of the evolutionary process challenged most of the strong beliefs of the Western world.

‘How fleeting are the wishes and efforts of man! How short his time! And consequently, how poor will his products be, compared with those accumulated by nature during whole geological periods.’

Forced to question the idea of the Creator, mid-nineteenth century readers were faced with Darwin’s theories on the laws of natural selection and the randomness of evolution, causing massive controversy at the time. However, Darwin’s theories remain instrumental in providing the backbone to modern biology today.

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The Origin of Species is hailed as a seminal work in scientific literature, receiving praise for its foundational impact on biology. With a modern edition featuring enhanced graphics and expert commentary by David Quammen, it is celebrated as an accessible introduction to Darwin's pioneering ideas, offering readers insight from both the original author and a contemporary scientific writer.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007902231

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: William Collins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 39.0mm

Width: 111.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 624

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About the Author

Charles Darwin (1809–19 April 1882) is considered the most important English naturalist of all time. He established the theories of natural selection and evolution. His theory of evolution was published as On the Origin of Species in 1859, and by the 1870s is was widely accepted as fact.

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